The phlebotomy curriculum prepares individuals to obtain blood and other specimens for laboratory analysis. Phlebotomists are healthcare professionals who collect blood samples from patients or donors. They process blood and other patient samples for many different laboratory tests. They are a vital member of the laboratory team and they function as the ambassadors for the whole laboratory team.
Coursework includes proper specimen collection and handling, communication skills, and maintaining patient data.
Health and Immunization Requirements
Graduates may qualify for employment in hospitals, clinics, physician’s offices, and other healthcare settings and may be eligible for national certification as phlebotomy technicians.
Upon successfully completing the program, you will be eligible to take the ASCP Board of Certification examination.Completion of the Phlebotomy curriculum does not guarantee success in passing the ASCP BOC exam.
The Phlebotomy program at Halifax Community College is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, which can be contacted at 5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018-5119 or by calling 773-714-8880.
PBT Program Outcome
PBT Policy and Procedure Guide
PBT Selection Criteria
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